CG’s Mark on My Jewish Journey – Arielle Branitsky Life is often described as a journey – it’s not the destination that matters. It’s the path or the journey you take to get there. Likewise, developing our Jewish identities – our own...
My URJ Involvement Year-Round – Emma Haras Hi, my name is Emma Haras, and I will discuss why I love camp. I can’t even begin to write about how much I love camp and all it has done for me. This will be my ninth summer at camp, and I know for a fact that there...
Fortifying my Connection to Judaism Through Camp and Synagogue I find that participating in and helping to expand my camp and synagogue communities, in turn, helps me by keeping my Jewish identity strong and intact. As a CIT, I’ve planned programs and learned...
Chanukkah 2023 and 8 Jewish Values! Chanukkah means dedication. This holiday, the festival of lights, commemorates the rededication of the Temple after the Maccabean Revolt. Many of us, no matter our age, associate Chanukkah with this dedication. We light our...
My Camp George Journey To Judaism – Bella Rethazy I have had the privilege of being involved with Camp George, NFTY-NEL, and Temple Sinai’s youth group (LOTSSY), which have all greatly strengthened my ties to Judaism. I have been able to grow as a leader...